Paradise Afshar
Paradise Afshar is an assignment editor based out of CNN's world headquarters in Atlanta and covers stories from across the country. She has reported on a wide range of topics including politics, crime, and natural disasters. Prior to her current role, she worked as a producer for CNN's weekend evening news program. Paradise Afshar graduated from the University of Georgia with a degree in journalism.
Biography:
https://www.cnn.com/profiles/paradise-afshar
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The Daily's Verdict
This author has a mixed reputation for journalistic standards. It is advisable to fact-check, scrutinize for bias, and check for conflicts of interest before relying on the author's reporting.
Bias
85%
Examples:
- Paradise Afshar's reporting does not contain any clear examples of systemic bias. However, there are instances where she reports on incidents with a slight slant towards sensationalism or emotive language.
Conflicts of Interest
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Examples:
- There are no clear examples of conflicts of interest in Paradise Afshar's reporting. However, her article about the Massachusetts teacher could be seen as problematic due to the sensational language used to describe the incident.
Contradictions
85%
Examples:
- In some articles, Paradise Afshar reports contradictions without highlighting them as such. For example, in the article about the Massachusetts teacher, she mentions that the 'N-word' does not appear in the book but doesn't clarify that it was not used in the curriculum.
Deceptions
50%
Examples:
- In some instances, Paradise Afshar uses selective reporting and sensationalism which could be considered deceptive. For example, in the article about the shooting at a mall in Colorado, she mentions that three people were found dead at the scene but doesn't mention that three others were transported to the hospital for treatment.
Recent Articles
Lifeguard and Professional Surfer Tamayo Perry Dies in Shark Attack off Oahu's North Shore
Broke On: Sunday, 23 June 2024On June 23, 2024, beloved lifeguard and professional surfer Tamayo Perry died from apparent shark bites while surfing near Goat Island on Oahu's North Shore. Known for his infectious personality and dedication to water safety, Perry began his career with the Honolulu Ocean Safety department in 2016 and was a professional surfer, having appeared in movies such as. 
California Wildfires: Post Fire in Los Angeles County Burns 14,625 Acres, Evacuations Ordered as Two Fires Rage On
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024Wildfires, including the 14,625-acre Post Fire in Los Angeles County and Point Fire in Sonoma County, have forced evacuations and destroyed structures across California since the weekend. The fires are rapidly spreading due to hot winds and low humidity. Over 1,200 people have been evacuated from Hungry Valley Park and Pyramid Lake areas due to the Post Fire's threat to structures. Both causes remain under investigation as firefighters work tirelessly to contain the blazes. 
Two Killed, Multiple Injured in Shooting at Round Rock's Old Settlers Park During Juneteenth Celebration
Broke On: Sunday, 16 June 2024During Round Rock, Texas's Juneteenth celebration at Old Settlers Park on Saturday night, a shooting broke out between two groups, leaving at least two people dead and multiple others injured. The shooter or shooters remain at large as the Round Rock Police Department investigates the ongoing incident. The park is closed for Father's Day activities on Sunday while authorities continue their search. 
Teacher on Leave for Mock Slave Auction and Use of Racial Slur in Massachusetts Classroom
Broke On: Monday, 24 April 2023A Massachusetts fifth-grade teacher faces leave following reports of mock slave auction and racial slurs use during lessons in January and April 2023. The incidents involved students of color being discussed during the mock auction and the teacher's usage of the N-word from a book. Both incidents were reported on April 24, with no names released as investigations continue. 
Two Killed, Six Injured in Mass Shooting at Unpermitted Memphis Block Party: Police Search for Suspects
Broke On: Sunday, 21 April 2024Two people were killed and at least six others injured in a mass shooting during an unpermitted block party in Memphis, Tennessee on Saturday night. At least two individuals opened fire, leaving three victims critical and another discharged from the hospital. Police are urging for information to identify the suspects as the investigation continues. This tragic event marks another instance of gun violence in a city that has seen over 115 mass shootings in the US this year. 
Tragic Drowning Incident in Maine: Town Manager and Wife Rescued, Son Left Alone
Broke On: Tuesday, 30 January 2024Kevin Howell, the town manager of Carmel in Maine, and his wife Katie drowned on Friday after falling through a frozen pond. Kevin was able to get his son out of the water but also fell into the ice himself. Detective Jordan Norton from Penobscot County Sheriff's Office rescued Katie and pulled her out safely while a team of divers found Kevin's body in the pond. 
The Tragic Shooting of Ten-Year Old Keith Frierson in California
Broke On: Wednesday, 03 January 2024On Saturday, January 2nd, a tragic shooting occurred in Foothill Farms, California. A 10-year-old boy named Keith Frierson was shot and killed by another child who found his father's gun. 
Four Dead in Devastating House Explosions in Michigan
Broke On: Sunday, 31 December 2023On Saturday, a devastating house explosion occurred in Northfield Township, Michigan, killing four people and injuring two others. The explosion happened around 4 p.m. at a residence on Winter Lane, a private road just west of Whitmore Lake. Three people were found dead at the scene and three others were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. One person who died in the hospital was injured in the explosion. The cause of the explosion is still unknown and the investigation will continue for several days. Another house explosion occurred in Washtenaw County, approximately 10 miles north of Ann Arbor, around 3:50 p.m. on Saturday. Three people were found dead at the scene and three others were transported to a nearby hospital for treatment. One person died of injuries sustained in the explosion. The cause of the explosion is under investigation and could take several days. A house explosion also occurred in Whitmore Lake, Mich., near Northfield Township, about 8 miles from Ann Arbor, on Saturday afternoon. Three people who died were found at the scene of the explosion, and two others were hospitalized. The cause of the explosion remains under investigation. 
One Dead, Three Injured in Christmas Eve Shooting at Colorado Springs Mall
Broke On: Monday, 25 December 2023On Christmas Eve, a shooting at Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs, Colorado left one man dead and three others injured. The shooting was the result of a fight between two groups of people. Two men were transported to hospitals with gunshot wounds while a woman was also injured. Multiple people were detained by police as they investigate the incident. This is the second time in two days that gunshots rang out at a shopping center in the US as people tried to wrap up their holiday shopping. The mall has been cleared and closed, and several people have been detained.